Understanding Genetics: A New York, Mid-Atlantic Guide for Patients and Health Professionals
- ISBN-10
- 0982162219
- ISBN-13
- 9780982162217
- Series
- Understanding Genetics
- Category
- Biology
- Pages
- 100
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2009
- Publisher
- Lulu.com
- Authors
- Genetic Alliance, New York-Mid-Atlantic Consortium for Genetic and Newborn Screening Services
Description
The purpose of this manual is to provide an educational genetics resource for individuals, families, and health professionals in the New York - Mid-Atlantic region and increase awareness of specialty care in genetics. The manual begins with a basic introduction to genetics concepts, followed by a description of the different types and applications of genetic tests. It also provides information about diagnosis of genetic disease, family history, newborn screening, and genetic counseling. Resources are included to assist in patient care, patient and professional education, and identification of specialty genetics services within the New York - Mid-Atlantic region. At the end of each section, a list of references is provided for additional information. Appendices can be copied for reference and offered to patients. These take-home resources are critical to helping both providers and patients understand some of the basic concepts and applications of genetics and genomics.
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